Cooler Master CM Storm Trigger Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Review

The CM Storm Trigger keyboard from Cooler Master can be ordered in four versions, with both Brown, Black, Red or Blue Cherry MX switches and features red LED lighting for all keys. The intensity of the LEDs can be modified straight from the keys without the need to install the software, but we can also choose a “pulsating” mode, or the ability to have only the frequently used keys for gaming lit like WSAD and arrow keys.

Introduction

About CM Storm:

"Owning the PC trenches for almost two decades, Cooler Master ’s veterans present their scars from battles past as claims of triumph over the competition. United with a new generation of eSports athletes and engineers, now marching under the flag of CM Storm, the time has come to reveal truly ground-breaking, military grade hardware for the gaming revolution.

Through long-standing research programs, CM Storm is co-developed with the world’s most prolific enthusiasts and eSports prodigies. Thanks to intensive testing and continuous feedback, the CM Storm division has been able to encompass and improve upon gamers’ needs and their tough to handle scenarios.

By working directly with the gaming community we have injected our Storm Tactics into each and every product we make. Storm Tactics, with a heavily dedicated focus on Strength, Security and Control, will keep your most vital gear fortified and well tuned at all times.

2008 marks a new era for Cooler Master, as its fierce Storm Gear stands ready at bay to mobilize and back up your gaming skills.

CM Storm – Arming the Gaming Revolution"

Comment
from jmke@ 2013/01/17

would be interesting to compare the different models with different cherry switches.
I've heard positive news from the green cherry switch, but that one is only available from Coolermaster in a compact lan keyboard (without keypad). Would love to the see a green cherry CM Storm Trigger keyboard!

Comment
from Stefan Mileschin@ 2013/01/17

Quote:

Originally Posted by jmke

would be interesting to compare the different models with different cherry switches.
I've heard positive news from the green cherry switch, but that one is only available from Coolermaster in a compact lan keyboard (without keypad). Would love to the see a green cherry CM Storm Trigger keyboard!

Indeed, Cherry Green would be quite interesting to test.

Comment
from Skidmarks@ 2013/01/18

It's a nice kbd. I have one with Cherry blacks & I'm very happy with it. You're right, the software is very big for a kbd but luckily Windows installs it's own drivers & it works perfectly. You only need to download the software if you want to use the macro keys. If CM left off the macro keys they could've thrown in a 5v dc adapter & charged the same price. Now wouldn't that be grand...